2006 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (128 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 116 L |
